# Oversized Summer Threads Stay Cool With the 3.1 Phillip Lim SS 2012 Line By Kamal Musharbash | Published 2011-07-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phillip-lim-ss-2012 References: [coutequecoute.blogspot](http://coutequecoute.blogspot.com/2011/07/31-phillip-lim-springsummer-2012-mens.html) & [31philliplim](http://www.31philliplim.com/) Next summer will provide men with updated outfits thanks to the 3.1 Phillip Lim SS 2012 collection. Combining an urban feel with [oversized jackets and pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphpaper-yoke), the designer will bring forth a new direction in men's fashion that can speak to various fashionistos. [Neutrals and solids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stein) are the dominant themes in Lim's line, and these pieces can easily be mixed and matched to deliver an effortless appeal to the public. Channeling the [urban safari](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tangerine-palisade) with ease and comfort, the 3.1 Phillip Lim SS 2012 collection will not only become a new fashionable tendency for men, but will also assist those in dire need of help in the dressing department. Since its mission statement can relate to a variety of men's personal styles, this line will exude confidence and flair to many who are hoping for fashionable ease. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Oversized Summer Threads:** The emergence of oversized summer threads as a new direction in men's fashion. - **Mix-and-match Neutrals and Solids:** The popularity of mix-and-match neutrals and solids in men's fashion for an effortless appeal. - **Urban Safari Style:** The rise of urban safari style as a trend in men's fashion. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Industry:** Opportunities for designers to incorporate oversized summer threads, mix-and-match neutrals and solids, and urban safari style into their collections. - **Retail Industry:** Opportunities for retailers to cater to the demand for oversized summer threads, mix-and-match neutrals and solids, and urban safari style. - **Marketing Industry:** Opportunities for marketers to create campaigns targeting the popularity of oversized summer threads, mix-and-match neutrals and solids, and urban safari style among men. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Premium Linen Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlos-2025-springsummer.md) - [Laid-Back Modernwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digawel-springsummer-2026.md) - [Modern Tailored Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphpaper-ss26.md) - [Summer-Centric Lifestyle Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-u-4.md) - [Versatile Summer-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marmot-1.md) - [Eclectic Preppy Summer Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-plus-2.md) - [Spring Technical Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acoldwall-5.md) - [Travel-Ready Summer Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tangerine-palisade.md) - [Minimally Elegant Fall-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-1.md)